In Ecuador, Latin America’s Most Violent Country, Homicides Are Falling Again

In Ecuador, homicide rates have plummeted by 19% this year, marking a major step in dismantling organized crime. From January 1 to July 21, 2024, violent deaths decreased nationally to 3,369 from last year’s 4,143. This period mirrors the tenure of President Daniel Noboa, who has presided over a 23% drop in intentional homicides—a reduction […]